The Holy Spirit’s Work Today: Gifts, Apostles, and Prophets

Welcome back to another exciting episode of “That’s a Good Question,” the podcast where we delve deep into matters of faith with clarity and candor. I’m John, your host and one of the pastors at Peace Church, and I’m joined by my co-host, Pastor Nate. In this second episode of our new season, we’re diving headfirst into a cluster of intriguing questions about spiritual gifts, the Holy Spirit’s work, and the roles of apostles and prophets in the modern church.

We kick things off by exploring the question: “Are spiritual gifts evident in non-believers, or are they only revealed if somebody accepts Jesus?” Pastor Nate provides a thoughtful response, highlighting the distinctions between natural talents and spiritual gifts and explaining how the Holy Spirit plays a pivotal role in activating these gifts in the lives of believers.

Next, we tackle an intriguing query about apostles and prophets in today’s church. Do these roles still exist, or were they confined to the early days of Christianity? We delve into the biblical foundations of apostleship and prophethood, examining their unique attributes and discussing their relevance in contemporary church life.

We also touch on the broader spectrum of cessationism and continuationism, shedding light on where we stand regarding miraculous gifts and their place in the modern church. It’s a nuanced conversation that seeks to balance biblical truth with the practical realities of our faith.

Additionally, we explore why we pray for pastors to be filled with the Holy Spirit before they preach. While all believers have the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, this special prayer seeks an extra measure of the Spirit’s guidance and empowerment for the pivotal task of delivering God’s Word to the congregation.

Join us as we navigate these intriguing questions and seek to deepen our understanding of the Holy Spirit’s work, spiritual gifts, and the roles of apostles and prophets in today’s Christian journey.

Highlights:

• The Distinction Between Natural Talents and Spiritual Gifts: We clarify the difference between skills and abilities that everyone possesses, often referred to as “common grace,” and the unique spiritual gifts bestowed upon believers through the Holy Spirit.
• Apostles and Prophets: We delve into the biblical definitions of apostles and prophets, considering whether these roles still exist in the modern church and how they’ve evolved over time.
• Cessationism vs. Continuationism: We discuss the theological perspectives surrounding the cessation of certain spiritual gifts and the continuation of others, offering a balanced viewpoint rooted in Scripture.
• Praying for Pastors: Discover why we pray for pastors to be filled with the Holy Spirit before they preach, exploring the biblical basis and practical implications of this practice.

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